The Man in the Iron Mask
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Movie Reviews of The Man in the Iron Mask
Movie Review: I'm A Genius Not An Engineer!
Summary: 5 Stars
The above is one of my favorite lines in the movie said by Jeremy Irons (Aramus) as the naked and depressed Porthos (Gérard Depardieu) is trying to hang himself from the main beam of a barn which collapses.
I own this movie on VHS and really enjoy it, so much that I'll probably get in on DVD.
Once again, if one is a purist of a novel they may be disappointed, but in general I try to enjoy movies for what they are not as literal interpretations of books. For example, I love the movie Amadeus but it's not even close to being an accurate portrayal of the life of Mozart, still it's an enjoyable film. Just don't use it as a "Biography".
Anyway, I thought "The Man In The Iron Mask" was very well done, that the actors did an great job. Certainly Leonardo Dicaprio was certainly out of his league compared to the likes of Jeremy Irons, John Malkovich, Gérard Depardieu, Gabriel Byrne and the others but he was passable enough not to hurt the overall movie and the others performances are simply incredible in my opinion!
The story is great, the cinematography outstanding and the action scenes are rivetting.
Highly recommended!
Movie Review: This film offers much to the "deeper heart"
Summary: 5 Stars
This movie was very, very enjoyable. The previous reviewer is obviously upset that this film doesn't follow his expectations and thus he feels everything about it is worthy of his scathing criticism. The heartfelt emotions I experienced in this film are that of nobility, heroism, respect, chivalry, loyalty and valour. I found myself getting choked up more than a few times. There was even some well placed comic relief that I found quite enjoyable.
I'm not a big Leo fan but I felt he played his dual role very well and perhaps his best acting to date. You despise the evil King and feel completely empathetic for the betrayed brother who still manages to be noble, gallant and true-to-the-end despite his brother's malicious subterfuge against him and other victims.
The musketeers, played by a star-studded cast, do as well and more and I loved feeling all that I felt during this film. Space here does not permit me to detail everything. Bottom line; chivalry, loyalty and nobility reign supreme within these characters and in other veritable heros within the cast. This is a romantic, heartfelt film and is worthy of those who appreciate the same.
Movie Review: One of my all time favourite movies
Summary: 5 Stars
Okay, so let's not pretend that this film is anything like the book. But in my opinion it is better. Let's face it - who wants to see a film where the good Leo ends up back in the mask and all the musketeers end up dead! Not me. This film has everything to make it a success- wonderfully stirring music, fantastic sets and gripping fight scenes. There is lots of humour aswell - especially when Porthos is trying to hang himself - I laughed and laughed! Leo's acting is not great but it is more than made up for by the 4 older men. Jeremy Irons is absolutely fantastic as the arrogant yet incredibly likeable Aramis (His voice is so gorgeous!) and Gabriel Byrne is also really good as d'Artagnan - he adds devotion and dignity to the role. Both of them really successfully convey the secret agony they are bearing that they cannot share. The women are good aswell, Christine's grief always really gets to me and Anne Parillaud makes a really strong Queen.
It does take a while to really get into it and the mixture of accents is a bit annoying but I really love this film and watch it all the time.
Movie Review: Fantastic!
Summary: 5 Stars
This movie is way underrated! It's suspenseful, action packed, charming, interesting, historic, etc. The star studded cats brings action and emotion to the set! The sets and costumes are perfect and the story is compelling! I love the whole betrayal and treachery thing going on, it makes for a very exciting film! Leonardo DiCaprio had a lot to live up to after his breathtaking performance in the epic 'Titanic'. Well, he did live up to it! The movie is nowhere near as good (nothing is anywhere near the greatness of Titanic). DiCaprio did an excellent job portraying TWO people of totally different personalities. Being able to do something like this (what Leo did) is the sign of a gifted actor. Gabriel Byrne, Gérard Depardieu, John Malkovich, and Jeremy Irons did a fantastic job! It's great to see so many stars in the same film! Randall Wallace did an excllent job directing AND writing 'The Man In The Iron Mask'. I'm impressed that he wrote it, he did a very good job!Movie Review: The Man in the Iron Mask
Summary: 5 Stars
The Man in the Iron Mask is one of the best Movies I think that Hollywood has ever come up with. I truly enjoyed the jigsaw puzzle of a plot and the twists and turns it takes you on. The DVD is a more in depth version of the movie because you can recieve director commentary by director Randal Wallace, also the writer of Pearl Harbor and Braveheart. He yet again created a superb action packed adventure in this movie. Leonardo DiCaprio's acting in this movie was extremely well for a young actor, and may be his best since Gilbert Grape or Marvin's Room. Jeremy Irons, John Malkovich, Gerard Depardieu, and Gabriel Byrne, who held the roles of Aramis, Athos, Porthos, and D'Artagnon were incredibly played with heart and you could actually feel with the character their pain and suffering. All in All I believe this to be one of the best movies I've seen, and I've seen many movies, it's excellent costumes, great plot and acting,and stage production leave little to be desired for.